Master
German
Social Sciences
Empirical Multilingualism Research
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
How can people acquire several languages at the same time or one after the other? What does multilingualism mean for an individual's identity? And what is the impact of multilingualism on society and education policy? These are some of the questions tackled in the Master's program in Empirical Multilingualism Research. It is run jointly by TU Dortmund University and Ruhr-Universität Bochum and deals with the various aspects of multilingualism – currently a hot topic in society. The program combines linguistics, language and philology and has a strong focus on empirical linguistics research. From the start of the program onwards, students are introduced systematically to research methods and encouraged to develop and explore questions independently. Apart from the teaching of empirical and experimental methods, a further priority is the commensurate presentation of scientific results. The program primarily targets graduates with a Bachelor's degree in philology or a closely related discipline with a deeper interest in linguistic multilingualism research. In the 3rd semester, students complete a compulsory internship with research relevance.
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How can people acquire several languages at the same time or one after the other? What does multilingualism mean for an individual's identity? And what is the impact of multilingualism on society and education policy? These are some of the questions tackled in the Master's program in Empirical Multilingualism Research. It is run jointly by TU Dortmund University and Ruhr-Universität Bochum and deals with the various aspects of multilingualism – currently a hot topic in society. The program combines linguistics, language and philology and has a strong focus on empirical linguistics research. From the start of the program onwards, students are introduced systematically to research methods and encouraged to develop and explore questions independently. Apart from the teaching of empirical and experimental methods, a further priority is the commensurate presentation of scientific results. The program primarily targets graduates with a Bachelor's degree in philology or a closely related discipline with a deeper interest in linguistic multilingualism research. In the 3rd semester, students complete a compulsory internship with research relevance.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
Language
German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Empirical Multilingualism Research at Technische Universität Dortmund?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Empirical Multilingualism Research at Technische Universität Dortmund
Is Empirical Multilingualism Research at Technische Universität Dortmund taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Empirical Multilingualism Research programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Empirical Multilingualism Research at Technische Universität Dortmund? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Empirical Multilingualism Research? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Technische Universität Dortmund — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.